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    Vendange Carmel Inn & Suites

    3.4 (140 reviews)
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    Closed 8:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Jessica R.

    Stayed for 2 nights, everyone at the front desk was welcoming, friendly and helpful. The hotel was so close to many nearby restaurants and the beach. Overall a great experience. Would definitely recommend staying here :)

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    Linda K.

    Tucked within a quiet residential neighborhood but close to the Ocean Avenue where the action is. Lovely linens. Clean and quaint. I'm very pleased!

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    Nina O.

    Booked a 2 night stay here back in August. Cute boutique hotel. Dog-friendly with a fee per dog. The front desk is NOT available 24/7 so make sure you check in/out during the times that they are. The lady who checked me in was dismissive & rude. Gave me very little info about the area, let alone the hotel amenities like breakfast! Thankfully never saw her again. The lady who checked me out was super nice & super friendly. She was excited to meet my dog & she gave me tips for next time I want to visit Carmel. I wish I met her the first night. The hotel is a few blocks away from the main Carmel touristy area which I thought was nice, less outside noise. It's a small hotel with few rooms. Each room designed/dedicated by local wineries. The grounds are beautiful, there's a cool outdoor garden area with a fire pit that's nice to chill next to after a long day of being a tourist. Parking. Let me tell you. They have parking spaces. Very few parking spaces. Seems like one parking space per room. Not that you're assigned a space but comparing it number-wise. Parking spaces are narrow & getting to the ones in the very back of the hotel can be a tight squeeze. The lines are hard to see so if there's an inconsiderate guest, it's so easy for them to take up 2 parking spaces with their car. The room itself was clean. Bathroom was nice & updated. Patio was laughable. I was in a downstairs room & you can't tell by the picture because I zoomed out with my phone, but there is NO room to sit back there. The chairs are facing the hotel & its a very narrow area with nothing to look at except the building & a tall wall of greenery. I'm not complaining about it, I just thought it was funny lol. Fridge & coffee maker available in the room. Like the other reviews mention, walls are thin. I can hear people talking outside. I could also hear the people talking & walking around in the room right above mine. Used to it though because I used to live in a downstairs apartment so it honestly didn't bother me. Overall I enjoyed my stay & wouldn't mind staying here again whenever I visit Carmel.

    Moldy Musty room that had been covered up with perfume
    Keagan M.

    DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY HERE. THESE GUYS DO NOT CARE ABOUT YOUR HEATH OR THEIR BUSINESS. Checked in for a night in Carmel to celebrate girlfriend's birthday yesterday. When we got to our room (J Lohr) room on 2nd floor I believe it was #2. I noticed that there was a strong air freshener/ perfume smell in the room. We put our bags down and decided to leave the sliding door open to air out the room. We went downtown for dinner and came back. By that time the room didn't smell of air freshener it reeked of mold and mildew. It was so bad it was bothering my asthma caused me to have a asthma attack. IT WAS SO BAD I HAD TO SLEEP WITH THE DOORS OPEN ALL NIGHT FOR FRESH AIR. I did a little yelping and EASILY FOUND AT LEAST 3 OTHER REVIEWS COMPLAINING ABOUT THE SAME COVER UP MOLD AND MILDEW PROBLEM DATING BACK TO 2015. WTF guys. This owner obviously doesn't give a shit about any of his customers heath and wellbeing. They have the same problem for last 3 years and have not done anything about it. $279 a night to be exposed to contamination and a room that's bad for your HEATH Take your business elsewhere. THIS HOTEL SOULD BE SHUT DOWN

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    Stilwell Hotel

    Stilwell Hotel

    (38 reviews)

    Had a pleasant time staying 2 nights here at this boutique hotel with our pup. We got a king sized…read morebed room with a balcony and enjoyed our time. They've designed their hotel to look and feel like a little oasis. The intention was effective because it did feel like an enclosed paradise, quiet and pleasing to the eye. Our service during our drinks and pizza at their cafe and during breakfast time (included in our package) was excellent and staff were really friendly! Complimentary bubbles upon arrival which i love! Dog blankets outside. Good looking bathrooms. Aesthetically pleasing place. Robes and slippers in rooms. Luxurious sheets. My husband didn't love the bed but perhaps he just has a sensitive preference for his back. the rooms were swanky but small but we didn't mind it for 2 nights only. we spent a lot of time enjoying the nice weather outside. Walking distance to many places in downtown and parking at the hotel was included in pricing.

    Small but gorgeous hotel. I want to give like a 3.5-3.8, but am doing a 4. While it has an intital…read morehigh end appearance and price point, the Stilwell Hotel lacks the some of the essentials of a true luxury stay. - Staff: during check in, we were helped by a tall blonde young man with a deep voice . He has 0 customer service skills and should not be customer facing. He had minimal eye contact, cold demeanor as if we were bothering him, mumbling, and just overall unpleasant. He had the demeanor of a bro cashier at a GNC. There was a guy next to him which I assume was IT or something since he was messing with something at the front. There was a woman who brought us a welcome glass of champagne, and Angel - who gave us a brief tour and brought our luggage to the room. Angel and the woman were nice. Champagne was good, however I wish they offered non alcoholic options like a juice or sparking cider. Throughout our stay, we encountered many staff on the property in passing - not a single smile from any of them. Even the housekeeping staff at a BestWestern are nicer than the staff here. - Room: gorgeous but small. Booking a room for 2 does not just mean having a big enough bed, but actually room for 2 humans to move around. There is not enough room to lay your luggage out anywhere, and the bathroom was narrow. I would've liked to have a towel bar by the sink instead of having a silly rock be what holds the towel up. The room is aesthetically stunning and the bed was very comfortable. I loved the ambient lighting options and motion activated under-lighting. I liked that we had a balcony. I enjoyed the soaps / lotions, as well all the nespresso in the room. Air conditioning worked well. Room was very clean. - Parking: parking was easy in the day. We lucked out at night but guests arriving after 8pm had nowhere to park, which we witnessed first hand. We saw a guest told the staff "the lot is full", and the staff said "just take the EV spot". What about your guests with EVs who need to charge their cars for the night? On another day, a large car was parked in the entrance into the hotel (not the street) and stayed there for 15 min which blocked entry for everyone else - i wish the staff came out to inform the guest that they couldn't leave their car the. The main lot is very tight with slim spots and awkward parking angles, but the back lot was good . While this wasn't an issue for me, I can imagine coming off of a long flight, finally getting to the hotel at night, and being frustrated at the lack of available parking. - Breakfast: this is the main reason we wanted to stay here. The breakfast itself is good, not great. The French toast, juice, chia pudding and eggs are best things - everything else is okay as I found some things to be stale such as the waffles and muffins. I did enjoy how the food is displayed, and there lots of variety. Staff is constantly refilling items so you never have to worry about things running out, regardless of when you arrive for breakfast. Breakfast is much later than it is at other hotels, and with a small window (8-10am), which can be an issue if you are planning to eat early prior to a hike. 2 staff stay in the area however they just stare at you from the corner of the room. No smile, no good morning. The first day, I felt like we were being stared at as if we were freeloaders sneaking in for free breakfast. It was very uncomfortable. Not sure if they were staring because we're younger than a majority of the other guests but there really is no excuse. I think they should do a wrist band system or something if they insist on eyeing people. Property- they have a cafe by the breakfast area where you can order hand crafted pizza. We didn't do this but it smelled great. The location is convenient with lots of restaurants within walking distance . As a hotel guest, you get a discount at the Foray restaurant, which is closed mondays and Tuesdays Overall: Beautiful, but I don't think I'd stay again. For the price point and all the amenities, I expected to be in love with this hotel. At other hotels with this price point, I'm usually like "I don't want leave!", but not here. It wasn't a bad stay, but the experience didn't match the price point. I hope they get better staff or else I could see this hotel failing in the future.

    Villa Mara - Portola room

    Villa Mara

    (33 reviews)

    I'm a very well traveled and discerning traveler. This property is a 10/10. The service was truly…read moreabove and beyond. Very impressed!! The owner should be very proud of their dreams coming to life here. Great job hiring a truly world class team. Love the renovation. Phenomenal taste!!!

    Love, love, love this beautiful boutique hotel in Carmel-by-the-Sea!…read more Villa Mara is a gorgeous boutique hotel tucked away in a quiet seaside neighborhood. It blends so naturally into its surroundings that we actually drove right past it the first time. I imagine the town has strict design guidelines to preserve the charm of the area. We stayed here for the first night of our Big Sur vacation, and it was beautiful. When we arrived, we were greeted by a gentleman who escorted us to our room. He appeared to be handling everything himself that evening, yet every interaction was warm and welcoming. His hospitality made us feel genuinely cared for throughout our stay. Our room didn't have a microwave, which honestly suited the elegant aesthetic of the room. However, at night we needed to warm our 17-year-old Yorkie daughter's heating pad for about 30 seconds before bedtime, since she's a senior and warming her tummy helps her sleep comfortably. He happily heated it for us each night. We also needed to keep her food frozen, but the room refrigerator didn't have a freezer compartment. When we asked, he kindly offered to store it in their large commercial freezer in the kitchen. Because this is not a large, impersonal hotel, the warmth and personal touches made our stay especially comfortable and memorable. The service was so attentive that it felt less like staying at a hotel and more like being welcomed into a friend's home. In the evenings, guests were treated to complimentary slices of cake in the lobby along with a glass of wine. Our room had a lovely private terrace, and at night, when we opened the window, we could hear the rhythmic sound of the waves crashing as if the ocean were right next to us. It felt almost magical, and we fell asleep with the window slightly open, listening to the surf. The bed was very comfortable, and the TV was great--it had everything we needed. I especially appreciated the Japanese-made air conditioner, which made it easy to adjust the room to the perfect temperature. I was also impressed by the beautiful Waterworks shower in the bathroom--it was exquisite. Every corner of the hotel reflected impeccable taste and thoughtful attention to detail. Another thing that stood out to me was the scent of the hotel. When I first walked into the lobby, I noticed a beautiful fragrance that I believe came from L.A. Lab candles. It instantly created a luxurious atmosphere, and that same refined sense of style extended to the soaps and bathroom amenities as well. Honestly, we wished we could have stayed longer. On our second night we stayed at Alila Ventana, but next time we visit Big Sur, we'll spend both nights at Villa Mara instead. Finally, I accidentally left my white Japanese hair dryer in the room. When I called the next day, a staff member who hadn't been there during our stay immediately knew what I was talking about and kindly offered to ship it back to me. Less than a week later, it arrived safely at my home- thank you!

    Spindrift Inn - Nice for cold evenings

    Spindrift Inn

    (513 reviews)

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    The hospitality service workers were excellent and kind from the start of our stay. My girlfriend…read moreand I got into the area from San Jose. Hours before our room was ready. Their was a valet service to take our bags and park our car safely. While we relaxed, went to eat and have fun at the Monterrey bay aquarium for a bit... There was glasses of wine and a charcuterie Board of cheese and crackers there for guests when we came back to check in officially. The cheese was great, wish they had pepper jack. But that's just me being greedy. The room itself was lovely, cozy. And quite when needed/wanted. Especially since it was can be loud with the doors to the balcony open. The balcony of our room faced the main street (cannery row) which is perfect for us. We love people watching. Especially with a fireplace lit next to us. That was heaven, when we wanted to go to sleep. It was dead silent once we closed the doors to the balcony. No sound whatsoever from the street. Great wall mounted TV that we didn't even use. Just was happy to relax in that bed. Those pillows were very soft. The biggest surprise was the complimentary chocolates they gave us when we checked out. Not only was it unexpected. But those chocolates were amazing, absolutely to die for.

    earns a star for: 1. friendly staff…read more2. convenient valet parking 3. breakfast delivery is included with stay 4. wine and cheese hour included with stay 5. great central location to cannery row losses a star for: 1. booked a king room, was given a queen room

    Mission Ranch - Outside on the patio (with candles and heat lamps)

    Mission Ranch

    (1.3k reviews)

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    mission ranch was on every single carmel-by-the-sea itinerary that i had come across, so i knew i…read morehad to visit at least once! we came around 4 PM for the early grazing/cocktail menu and were seated right away with a front view of the ranch. we mainly came bc we wanted to see the sheep grazing, but we were unfortunately seated behind a giant fireplace and weren't able to see any sheep during our meal... it was also cloudy we went, so the views weren't as nice as i had seen in pics with the sun, but that couldn't be helped ofc! moving onto the food, i'd say that it was overall good but nothing outstanding that would make me come back solely for the food. i think mission ranch is definitely best for the views! - crispy calamari: had a crispy batter, and the calamari was soft with a good chew! - bbq beef ribs: these were really tender and fell off the bone! the sauce was a good sweet & salty balance. - clam chowder: this was okay, but it was missing some depth and clam flavor personally. there were definitely better clam chowders elsewhere in monterey bay and carmel. - garlic bread: good and crispy, but it was just bread LOL it was yummy dipping it into the clam chowder tho! - orange sunrise: this cocktail was kinda expensive for how little alcohol was actually in the drink, and it tasted alright. nothing memorable i'd say. overall, mission ranch was a fun place to visit for the vibes! i think it's a good place to visit at least once during your carmel trip.

    My colleague retired so we celebrated her with dinner at Mission Ranch Inn. It was my first time…read moreand the day was overcast but it was still beautiful and we saw the sheep! It was hustling and bustling and we had to wait about 30 minutes for a party of 7. We ordered the filet mignon, prime rib, bacon wrapped porch chop, fish of the day which was sea bass. For dessert not pictured was the crème burlee, bread pudding, and affogato. Some of us got the same meal. I had the prime rib median well and I wasn't expecting it be so big! It was tender and came with veggies and a baked potato. I was pleasantly surprised by how good the veggies were cooked. I'm not a huge fan of squash but I really enjoyed it. I had left overs because of how big the steak was. We also had a basket of garlic bread which was good. It wasn't the best garlic bread I've had but it was and they gave us a lot. I tried both the bread pudding and affogato which were delicious. All were made in house including the ice cream. Overall, it was a great experience as the ambiance was amazing. It was like three different sections: outside, inside, and closer to the bar area which got really packed. I want to return to experience the Sunday brunch.

    Monterey Bay Inn - View from our room (#206).

    Monterey Bay Inn

    (460 reviews)

    $$

    We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back!…read moreThe staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. When we decided to extend our stay by an extra night, our harbor-view room wasn't available for the additional night, but they went out of their way to make it work so we didn't have to switch rooms. We really appreciated that! Parking was also very reasonably priced at $25, especially compared to other hotels in the area. The room itself was spacious, the bed was very comfortable (firm, just how we like it), and the harbor view was absolutely perfect. We were a little concerned after reading reviews about the sea lions being noisy, but we actually loved hearing them from the balcony! Once the balcony door was closed, we couldn't hear them at all, and they never disturbed our sleep. One of our favorite perks was the complimentary binoculars available to guests--they were a fun touch for watching the harbor. And don't miss the sunrise from the fourth-floor rooftop terrace--it's absolutely beautiful! There were just a few minor things that could be improved. The hotel only has one elevator, and it can be quite slow during busy times. We also wish the freshly baked cookies were available throughout the day. They were put out around 3:00 p.m., but they disappeared almost immediately because they were so popular. When we arrived, our room temperature was around 78°F. We called the front desk to ask about the A/C and were told someone would come up. Security arrived and explained that the hotel doesn't have air conditioning, so the options are to use the fan or open the balcony door. It would have been helpful if the front desk had shared that information when we called. We left the screened balcony door open while we were out the next day, and the room cooled down nicely. The only other thing we wished the room had was a microwave. Overall, these were very minor issues compared to everything we loved about our stay. The location, views, comfortable rooms, and outstanding customer service made for a wonderful experience.

    The location is worth every penny, especially if you get an ocean view. The rooms are right above…read morethe water. And it's such a neat feeling to wake up to the sound of waves, the seagulls and to see the sea lions frolicking right outside your balcony.. the continental breakfast is adequate. Rooms are clean. There is plenty of parking. It's right between the fisherman's wharf and cannery row. So easy access to all everything

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